Ten years ago we stayed in Sumiyoshiya and enjoyed our stay. It was as we remembered a beautiful and enjoyable place. Breakfast was good as we remembered - presentation, variety and taste were perfect. Waka Okami is the Okami now - we did not see Oh Okami this time, apparently, she no longer help run the Ryokan now. The place is still going strong after more than 350 years.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Our hostess was wonderful! She was attentive yet not intrusive. For the rest of our trip we kept talking about the hospitality we experienced here and how all our other accommodations do not compare. We had both dinner and breakfast and everything was amazingly delicious. The room also had an attached modern bathroom with a shower. It was the perfect blend of traditional hospitality with modern conveniences. We wish we could have stayed more than two nights.

Stayed in March 2024

That I did not stay longer!

The breakfast excellent and the ryokan was within easy walking distance of the station. More importantly, was the warm welcome that we received coming out of the rain. I could not rate Sumiyoshiya higher.

Stayed in March 2024

No problems.

Excellent hospitality.

Stayed in March 2024

Traditional ryokan with en suite facilities. Very spacious suite The owner was delightful

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Top notch customer service

Stayed in March 2024

The best proper Ryokan experience. So cozy, even in the middle of winter and they made it feel like home. The baths were so relaxing and the beds so comfy. A very central location right next to the Ochimo markets and a walk to the temple and geisha district.

Stayed in February 2024

The host was so kind and helpful with bookings and in making us feel very welcome on a cold wintry stay in February.

Stayed in February 2024

Great value, lovely continental breakfast. The on-site onsen is a great way to wake up or relax at the end of the day.

Stayed in February 2024

It appeared that the other rooms were being renovated while we stayed there. The renovations did not affect my stay at all, but they were just something we noticed.

Absolutely stunning property! Gave my friends and I a real look into more traditional Japanese accommodation.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing.

Our BEST stay in Japan! The staff were the kindest, the ryokan was so clean and cozy! Everything was just perfect - to the welcome tea and cookies to all the amenities. Would highly recommend to include breakfast in your stay as the traditional Japanese breakfast was so good! Would definitely stay here again for a long time the next time we visit! And to the staff, thank you so much for taking such good care of us! ( they wiped our luggage as it was raining, got the luggage up to our rooms, provided us with umbrellas for roaming and even dried our shoes once we were back!).

Stayed in December 2023

Everything was beautiful

The staff is very helpful, friendly and always smiling and offering help. If you are looking for a great roykan to stay at kanzawa this is the place to go to. Breakfast was rich and various rooms were excellent anf spacious

Stayed in December 2023

Lack of some decorations when compared to more expensive ryokans. Consider you will not have many surfaces that are not on the floor for taking out stuff from you luggage. Breakfast was traditional which for a western taste could not be suitable to everyone, but there's the central market at a 2min walk + Starbucks anyway.

Nice location, nice price for value, lots of space. Very clean, bathroom large for washing a little small for the rest. Not a lot of decorations but definitely suggest for the price instead of a western stay.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing really. Even location is really good, as it is in the middle of the city center and close to most major tourist attractions.

I loved everything about my stay at Sumiyoshiya. The staff is so nice and speak fair english, always ready to help you with anything you might need. The Japanese breakfast was delicious, everything was clean, they prepared my futon while I was away walking around the city, AC worked just fine, and the place actually looks so so nice!! Anyway, I genuinely couldn't find a single thing to complain about.

Stayed in December 2023

This was our first ryokan stay. The staff was friendly and had great strength in being able to carry the luggage up the stairs to our room. Service was prompt and the breakfast and dinner were great, and it was a great experience to be able to sleep on a tatami mat. Dinner was a unique experience, although the unagi stick could have been better.

Stayed in December 2023

No ensuite showering facilities

The lovely breakfast and the warm hospitable and caring staff!

Stayed in November 2023

Such wonderfully friendly hosts, a really comfortable futon and a wonderfully warm bed. What more could you ask for? A delicious breakfast was also provided, all at a very good price.

Stayed in December 2023

The staff were absolutely amazing. So helpful and accomodating. The accomodation itself was beautiful. A really enjoyable first Ryokan experience. I seriously could not recommend this place enough!!!

Stayed in December 2023

Sumiyoshiya is lovely ryokan with a lot of attention to detail. The host is warm and welcoming. Our room was spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean. They had readied our room ahead of the usual check-in time, which we really appreciated. Their location in the city is great and we walked to most of the main sights. The shared hot tubs (separate for men and women) at the ryokan are well set up and relaxing. We're vegetarians, so we had to opt for the continental breakfast - it was hearty and of excellent quality. Our experience at Sumiyoshiya was so unique and comfortable that we'd prefer it to a hotel anyday.

Stayed in October 2023

Beautiful little traditional Ryokan, we felt right at home. The tatami room with futon bed was very comfortable and super clean. Japanese breakfast in the morning was good. Great location, walking distance from the market, and all major attractions. The host was super friendly as well.

Stayed in November 2023

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was great! It was very clean. Just a cute little hotel and I loved my stay there! I definitely recommend this place!

Stayed in September 2023

The room was amazing The staff was incredibly kind Very nice bath room

Stayed in October 2023

Rooms are upstairs but I think most ryokan are like that.

It is close to Omicho Market and public transport and shopping. The train station is walkable but there are many buses which can get you there faster. It is a small ryokan and very personal. Mie Sumi was my attendant—she greeted me, served me meals, answered my questions, set up my bedding, and saw me off. The food was tasty and filling. The bath was large enough for three or four but I was alone while bathing. There is a separate bath for each sex. It was very quiet even though the main street was very close. I thought it would be a great introduction to learn about ryokan through this property. Mie spoke English very well. The price for 1/2 board is far lower than anything you can find elsewhere. The experience is invaluable.

Stayed in September 2023

Lovely ryokan, ran by a really friendly owner. Very homely and comfortable stay with plenty of room. Perfect for anyone looking for an authentic experience. Great breakfast with choice between Japanese or continental.

Stayed in October 2023